Our sweet friend Manila Killla has dropped another phenomenal remix! Honestly, some of my all time favorite remixes have been from this Los Angeles base producer … he just gets me! His new spin on “Lune ft. Vancouver Sleep Clinic” by Kasbo reflects a step in a new direction as well as his emotional feelings from the past year … and I mean we’ve all been through it right? It’s deep and epic with vibes for days, I love it! You can find this track on the EP The Making of a Paracosm (Remixes Vol. 1), released 9 July on Foreign Family Collective/Counter Records ….. swoop it HERE!
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TWO LANES - TRANSCEND
Music, Original MixCommentIt’s the weekend and I am totally chillin … life is returning finally and the feels are oh so good! This new track from brothers Two Lanes deserves your best set of headphones and the volume high …. because “Transcend” is gonna take you to another plane of existence. With airy melodies and a steady low beat you will be taken on a journey of sonic emotional bliss. Mmmmmm feels gooooood! You can find this track on their new Reflections EP out now via bitbird. Swoop it HERE.
NASAYA x MARO - TEMPO
Original Mix, MusicCommentReunion Island-born and bred musician NASAYA is known to embrace the eclectic side of indie dance music. His repertoire expands across a multiverse of genres from jazztronica to pop. In his debut single on Foreign Family Collective, NASAYA joins forces with Portuguese multi-instrumentalist and singer/songwriter MARO to unveil “Tempo.” A dreamy composition with fairy-like vocal samples oscillating an unfaltering digital beat, “Tempo” is the best of both musicians. MARO adds her vibrant vocal flair to NASAYA’s signature production style to create an immersive listening experience that’s truly unforgettable. A dazzling and all-encompassing collaboration, “Tempo” has the artistic bravado to be the song of the summer. Watch this space.
JVLY - MANY MOONS
Music, Original MixCommentKayle Butler is JVLY. Over the last few years the Australian artist has built a lush catalog defined by his thoughtful productions and distinct approach to hybrid electronica. His latest single “many moons” is a mellifluous offering with shimmering vocals and a simple beat to match. Penned by the ink of nu-soul and indie-electronic genre queues, “many moons” embraces the boundary-crossing nature of modern music. A dreamy listen with sentimental touches, this JVLY original is the first of many projects expected to drop in the near future. Tune out and get lost in the oceanic musings of JVLY and his atmospheric new cut “many moons” today.
MATVEÏ - LAGOON
Music, Original MixCommentLikened to the sounds of KAYTRANADA and Disclosure, French DJ/producer Matveï walks a tight rope with alternative-electronic on one side and avant-garde pop on the other. His latest single “LAGOON” comes by the way of French-Japanese music and fashion label Kitsuné. The song is a heady electronic crossover cut with chromatic vocals and futuristic finishes. With psychedelic cadences toppling through syncopated rhythm patters, “LAGOON” is a dizzying treat from start to finish. An eclectic and genre twisting joint, Matveï is committed challenging the status quo of modern dance music.
DEJAVILLA - IN THE MORNING (FEAT. SHANIQUE MARIE)
Music, Original MixCommentKingston electronic crossover act DejaVilla are back with the lead single to their forthcoming album Castle With a View. Following their widely celebrated single “Chocolate In Your Pocket” released earlier this year, the dancehall tandem return with “In The Morning.” Tinged with hip-hop vibes courtesy of Equiknoxx vocalist Shanique Marie, “In The Morning” is sensual and beautifully evocative. Vibrant riddims flirt with a guitar-driven beat line to weave the fabric of this enchanting new cut. A blend of Kingston dance, contemporary electronica, and pure soul, this DejaVilla original is a wicked first look at the forthcoming LP slated for release later this summer. Watch this space.
HYPER - IMPACT WEAPON
Music, Original MixCommentA dance music visionary with a worldwide scope, London-born creative Hyper scores some of the most defining moments in sound. Lending his unique musicianship to the likes of film including Blade Runner 2049, and to viral video game moments such as the Official 2018 E3 Trailer for Cyberpunk 2077, Hyper's compositions chronicle some of the media's most impactful moments. Finding his rightful home at deadmau5's highly technical mau5trap label, Hyper makes his long-awaited debut with "Impact Weapon," the first single from his forthcoming Control EP. Inspired by social justice movements in his current home of Seattle, Washington, Hyper details a time of political and racial unrest in "Impact Weapon." Sourcing actual audio from one of the Black Lives Matter protests in his town, Hyper's mau5trap debut builds impactful tension, unfurling into a cacophony of industrial synth work. Utilizing foreboding instrumentation to masterfully convey feelings of both unrest and empowerment, Hyper’s “Impact Weapon” is both reflective and introspective, all the while coated in unique industrial dance flair. A sonic fusion of dramatic composition and impactful words for the now, Hyper’s mau5trap debut is an enthralling journey from its first note to its last, and comes at a pivotal moment in time.
XIE - MIAMI
Music, Original MixCommentXIE brings a fire to California. In a sea of influencers and DJs in Los Angeles and its surrounding area, the electronic crossover act is more than a hype girl. A multi-disciplinary instrumentalist, singer, DJ, and producer, XIE is a well-rounded musician. Celebrated for her confidence and charm, her vibrant energy translates seamlessly into her music. Fresh and downright fun, her latest single “MIAMI” comes at the heels of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. A testimony to the influence the Asian arts community brings to dance music, “MIAMI” is a confetti-filled house romp from the Chinese-American pop star. Boasting her velvety vocals and approachable production style, “MIAMI” was born for the dancefloor.
ROB LATE & TIANDA - NOTHING BUT LOVE
Music, Original MixCommentHailing from London, Rob Late cut his teeth on early technology, experimenting with keyboards and computers alike to recreate music from video games. Finding deep inspiration in all forms of music, Rob Late is not defined by one style, and can best be described as a jack of all trades. With wide-ranging talents from commercial pop, to electronic, to rock, Late makes music from the heart, and his "Nothing But Love" is a lush showcase of just that. A catchy whistle-like beat sets the stage, quickly ushering in Tianda's spell-binding vocals. Swelling synths build powerfully to a full release in its effervescent chorus, as Rob Late flexes his hand at all things electronic and pop. An effortless collaboration from its captivating vocal performance to its immaculate production, "Nothing But Love" is a genuine, optimistic anthem from Rob Late and Tianda.
